A Review of Before Breaker Wakes
By Cade Taylor, Senior Staff Writer, Tell-Tale TV
Before Breaker Wakes, a film about internalized greed, bad decisions, and murder, is the most recent project from Misfits of Film.
There has yet to be a Matt Jenkins project that I have disliked, but Before Breaker Wakes is where the storytelling and production shines. My love could be because I'm a sucker for the horror/suspense genre, but it's mainly in part to the immaculate writing and acting.
Dan Perrin's disgruntled attitude makes for comedic value even when he isn't trying, which I love. He plays into his strengths eloquently, and it shows. My only hope for him as an actor is to see him in a role where he can get deeply emotional next. The base layer of skills is already shining through in Perrin, but another level could be achieved if he allowed himself to stray from comfortability and try his hand at other roles.
The movie's tone gives off pure suspense, but comedic entertainment is sprinkled throughout, adding significant worth. DaLynna Wood's scene as the Wood Yard Manager and Heather Gilbert's as the store clerk are pure gold.
My favorite shot throughout the movie is when Breaker is driving into Houston, mainly because of the authentic feel. There are many moments throughout the film that shine, but this is the top contender for me. It doesn't feel like a low-budget shot, even though it is.
My least favorite shot is when Breaker is being hit over the head from behind by Gerald. It's done entirely too quickly and feels like one of the only weak points throughout the movie.
Kunkle, the clown, is the star of the movie, besides Breaker, in my eyes. There is a rocky beginning to his storyline, but it comes together in the movie's back half. I love the mystery revolving around the character and the constant guessing of Breaker's credibility.
The two plot twists are intricately weaved into the story where it isn't predictable, and introducing the devilish side of Breaker is a genius move that pulls the entire film together. I thoroughly enjoyed that I was shocked and did not see Breaker being the murderer in the end.
With the continued elevation of each production, I can't wait to see what great new story Matt Jenkins decides to come up with. Before Breaker Wakes is doing phenomenal in film festivals across the country, and there's no issue seeing why it’s garnering hype.
Before Breaker Wakes, a film about internalized greed, bad decisions, and murder, is the most recent project from Misfits of Film.
There has yet to be a Matt Jenkins project that I have disliked, but Before Breaker Wakes is where the storytelling and production shines. My love could be because I'm a sucker for the horror/suspense genre, but it's mainly in part to the immaculate writing and acting.
Dan Perrin's disgruntled attitude makes for comedic value even when he isn't trying, which I love. He plays into his strengths eloquently, and it shows. My only hope for him as an actor is to see him in a role where he can get deeply emotional next. The base layer of skills is already shining through in Perrin, but another level could be achieved if he allowed himself to stray from comfortability and try his hand at other roles.
The movie's tone gives off pure suspense, but comedic entertainment is sprinkled throughout, adding significant worth. DaLynna Wood's scene as the Wood Yard Manager and Heather Gilbert's as the store clerk are pure gold.
My favorite shot throughout the movie is when Breaker is driving into Houston, mainly because of the authentic feel. There are many moments throughout the film that shine, but this is the top contender for me. It doesn't feel like a low-budget shot, even though it is.
My least favorite shot is when Breaker is being hit over the head from behind by Gerald. It's done entirely too quickly and feels like one of the only weak points throughout the movie.
Kunkle, the clown, is the star of the movie, besides Breaker, in my eyes. There is a rocky beginning to his storyline, but it comes together in the movie's back half. I love the mystery revolving around the character and the constant guessing of Breaker's credibility.
The two plot twists are intricately weaved into the story where it isn't predictable, and introducing the devilish side of Breaker is a genius move that pulls the entire film together. I thoroughly enjoyed that I was shocked and did not see Breaker being the murderer in the end.
With the continued elevation of each production, I can't wait to see what great new story Matt Jenkins decides to come up with. Before Breaker Wakes is doing phenomenal in film festivals across the country, and there's no issue seeing why it’s garnering hype.
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